2007 Acura TSX vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2007 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2007 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TSX | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Acura | BMW |
Model | TSX | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |